Category: Community Focus

Explore newly added GatorPerks discounts

Faculty and staff enjoy a wide array of perks — with more added all the time! Read on to explore some of our new GatorPerks vendors.

Attend a live Primary Election Candidate Forum

Don’t miss the Primary Election Candidate Forum on June 23 at 1 p.m. — in-person at the Pugh Hall Ocora and streamed live on YouTube.

UF Health to launch CDC-backed Hypertension Pharmacists’ Program in Jacksonville

The CDC has selected UF Health to lead a program that could reduce the health disparity gap in some Jacksonville communities.

Semi-annual Friends of the Library spring book sale this weekend

The Friends of the Library, an independent and all-volunteer organization, is hosting its 70th anniversary book sale April 20–24.

Discover exclusive summer savings for UF faculty and staff

From blueberry picking to pet sitting services, we’ve curated a list of GatorPerks discounts to help you make the most of your summer vacation.

Gift will expand STEM education at Wertheim UF Scripps Institute

The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute received a $4 million grant from the Glenn W. Bailey Foundation to expand opportunities for aspiring scientists.

New Worlds Reading Initiative distributes 5 million books

The New Worlds Reading Initiative, administered by the UF Lastinger Center for Learning, has shipped more than 5 million books to eligible Florida students.

Expand your financial literacy with new UF/IFAS program

Thanks to a partnership between UF/IFAS Extension and Bank of America, Floridians have access to free counseling and financial management education.

Free tax prep services available

The 2024 tax filing deadline is April 15 — Explore available tax prep services in your area.

Explore summer camps and spring break programs

Find the right summer camp or spring-break activity for your school-aged children. From UF camps to Gainesville-area athletic, academic, fine arts camps and more, we invite you to explore our Summer Camps Directory that lists camps throughout the Alachua County area. A handful of camps scheduled around spring break are also listed.